Author: Carol LeBlanc

Climate Reality Local Training Event: Fairfax, Virginia

Join us in Fairfax, Virginia on May 16, 2026 for a fast-paced, half-day leadership training. Connect with fellow advocates in your area and get a crash course on the science, the solutions, and the practical skills to confidently push for high-impact climate action in your state. 
 
You’ll get the latest on climate science and solutions straight from former Vice President Al Gore, explore issues and opportunities for progress close to home, and start taking action. Give us three hours and we’ll give you the tools, network, and know-how to make a difference. 

​By completing a local training, you’ll also complete the first step to joining the Climate Reality Leadership Corps, with opportunities to complete your training online and at your own pace.

Register

Recording of Panel Discussion: Growing Impacts Of Data Centers

Via The Catholic Climate Covenant

An online discussion of the environmental and socio-economic impacts of data centers in the United States and how the faith community can respond.
— Read on catholicclimatecovenant.org/resources/the-growing-impacts-of-data-centers-on-our-neighbors-and-gods-creation/

Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District Annual Seedling Sale – 2026

The Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting orders for their 2026 Annual Native Seedling Sale Program, through which they provide native trees and shrubs to Fairfax County residents at low cost.  All seedlings are native to Virginia and were chosen with advice from the Fairfax County Urban Forestry Management Division and Virginia Department of Forestry.  

County Conversation: Recycling Made Easier with Textile, E-Waste Programs | News Center

Quick Summary
Catie Torgersen from the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services discusses our free textile and e-waste recycling programs.
More drop-off sites for textile recycling are planned by spring 2026.
E-waste recycling recovers valuable materials and prevents dangerous battery fires.
— Read on www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/county-conversation-recycling-made-easier-textile-e-waste-programs

Fairfax County 2025 Annual Report on the Environment

The Fairfax County Environmental Quality Advisory Council (EQAC) has released the Annual Report on the Environment. The 2025 Annual Report on the Environment provides analysis of the county’s environmental status and includes recommendations to guide future environmental policies and initiatives.

Learn more about EQAC at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/environment-energy-coordination/environmental-quality-advisory-council/

Community Plant Swap – January 17, 2026 City of Fairfax Library

Community Plant Swap
Do you have extra seedlings? Are your houseplants getting out of control? On the hunt for different varieties of plants to add to your collection? Bring your cuttings, seeds, seedlings, transplants, and plant and garden supplies for a community plant swap. Please ensure that your plants and cuttings are pest-free, and avoid bringing plants deemed invasive to Virginia. All ages welcome.

Date:
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Time:
2:00pm – 3:30pm
Location:
City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101A, City of Fairfax Meeting Room 101B
Library Branch:
City of Fairfax Regional Library
— Read on librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/15058525

CCAN 21st annual Polar Bear Plunge 

🐻‍❄️ February 7, 2026.  Chesapeake Climate Action Network, CCAN, will host its 21st annual Polar Bear Plunge – Plunging for a Reason. Our Chapter has a team — join us, the Ferocious Felines!!!

On February 7th, our team will be plunging into icy cold waters with fellow climate activists to help raise vital funds for the Chesapeake Climate Action Network’s (CCAN) critical climate campaigns in 2026. We hope you’ll join us or donate to support us! https://give.chesapeakeclimate.org/p2p/site/mjSJ2/page/J7SQxz#/

Record & Share Nature Observations Using iNaturalist App

iNaturalist helps you identify the plants and animals around you while generating data for science and conservation. Get connected with a community of millions scientists and naturalists who can help you learn more about nature! What’s more, by recording and sharing your observations, you’ll create research-quality data for scientists working to better understand and protect nature.
— Read on http://www.inaturalist.org/pages/about